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Workshop: Traditional Okinawan Karate

Originating in Okinawa, karate is an internationally known martial art practiced by people of all ages. This is a rare opportunity to participate in a special hands-on workshop with Okinawan karate masters who are traveling from Okinawa specifically for the occasion. The workshop features four different styles of Okinawan karate. Session 1 is conducted by Master Choko Kyuna of the Shorin style and Master Tsuyoshi Uechi of the Isshin style. Session 2 is conducted by Master Masanari Kikugawa of the Goju style and Master Kazuya Takara of the Uechi style. These workshops are limited to experienced karate practitioners only (5 years or more). Observation seats are available for beginners and non-practitioners. Workshop participants are invited to a reception starting at 7:30pm.

Session 1: 1:00 PM
Participant Tickets  /  Observer Tickets

Session 2: 2:30 PM
Participant Tickets  /  Observer Tickets

Part of Okinawan Vibes
Japan Society presents a three-month-long series that introduces the unique culture of Okinawa, Japan’s southern islands, and highlights its sounds, flavors, colors and history.











When: Sat., Nov. 7, 2015 at 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where: Japan Society
333 E. 47th St.
212-832-1155
Price: Participant tickets: $30/$25 Japan Society members. Observer tickets: $10/$8 Japan Society members
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Originating in Okinawa, karate is an internationally known martial art practiced by people of all ages. This is a rare opportunity to participate in a special hands-on workshop with Okinawan karate masters who are traveling from Okinawa specifically for the occasion. The workshop features four different styles of Okinawan karate. Session 1 is conducted by Master Choko Kyuna of the Shorin style and Master Tsuyoshi Uechi of the Isshin style. Session 2 is conducted by Master Masanari Kikugawa of the Goju style and Master Kazuya Takara of the Uechi style. These workshops are limited to experienced karate practitioners only (5 years or more). Observation seats are available for beginners and non-practitioners. Workshop participants are invited to a reception starting at 7:30pm.

Session 1: 1:00 PM
Participant Tickets  /  Observer Tickets

Session 2: 2:30 PM
Participant Tickets  /  Observer Tickets

Part of Okinawan Vibes
Japan Society presents a three-month-long series that introduces the unique culture of Okinawa, Japan’s southern islands, and highlights its sounds, flavors, colors and history.

Buy tickets/get more info now